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Cory Inman is a Post Doctoral Fellow at Emory University’s Department of Neurosurgery, where he studies human memory and emotion. Cory holds a B.A. in Experimental Psychology from Georgia State University, and a Ph.D. in Psychology and M.A. in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience from Emory University. Top 3 Takeaways  Emotion neurostimulation needs to be very precise. Different depression treatments are better suited to different patients; this is a major challenge of the field. Stimulating specific brain regions can improve memory retention.   Show Notes  [0:50] Cory’s path into neurotechnology. [2:55] Cory’s research in emotion modulation. [5:20] Some results on human emotion. [6:50] Neurostimulation of the amygdala. [10:05] Pros and cons of DBS and pharmaceuticals for depression. [12:40] Non-invasive neurostimulation for depression treatment. [15:50] Cory’s work with memory enhancement. [19:30] Amygdala-mediated memory enhancement in humans. [22:20] Ethics of memory and emotion enhancement. [25:15] Cory’s favorite neuroscience books  Selected Links  Principles of Neuroscience, by Eric Kandel Brain on Fire, by Susannah Cahalan FDA approval of Esketamine for depression  Related Podcasts  017 – Ana Maiques 014 – AJ Keller 010 – Matt Angle  Disclaimer: We actively write about the themes in which we invest: artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, and augmented reality. From time to time, we will write about companies that are in our portfolio. Content on this site including opinions on specific themes in technology, market estimates, and estimates and commentary regarding publicly traded or private companies is not intended for use in making investment decisions. We hold no obligation to update any of our projections. We express no warranties about any estimates or opinions we make.

Cory Inman is a Post Doctoral Fellow at Emory University’s Department of Neurosurgery, where he studies human memory and emotion. Cory holds a B.A. in Experimental Psychology from Georgia State University, and a Ph.D. in Psychology and M.A. in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience from Emory University. <h3>Top 3 Takeaways</h3> <ol> <li>Emotion neurostimulation needs to be very precise.</li> <li>Different depression treatments are better suited to different patients; this is a major challenge of the field.</li> <li>Stimulating specific brain regions can improve memory retention.</li> </ol> <h3>Show Notes</h3> <ul> <li>[0:50] Cory’s path into neurotechnology.</li> <li>[2:55] Cory’s research in emotion modulation.</li> <li>[5:20] Some results on human emotion.</li> <li>[6:50] Neurostimulation of the amygdala.</li> <li>[10:05] Pros and cons of DBS and pharmaceuticals for depression.</li> <li>[12:40] Non-invasive neurostimulation for depression treatment.</li> <li>[15:50] Cory’s work with memory enhancement.</li> <li>[19:30] Amygdala-mediated memory enhancement in humans.</li> <li>[22:20] Ethics of memory and emotion enhancement.</li> <li>[25:15] Cory’s favorite neuroscience books</li> </ul> <h3>Selected Links</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Neural-Science-Fifth-Kandel/dp/0071390111" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Principles of Neuroscience</a>, by Eric Kandel</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Fire-My-Month-Madness/dp/1451621388" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brain on Fire</a>, by Susannah Cahalan</li> <li>FDA approval of <a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/03/05/700509903/fda-clears-esketamine-nasal-spray-for-hard-to-treat-depression" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Esketamine</a> for depression</li> </ul> <h3>Related Podcasts</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://neuroethics.med.ubc.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">017 – Ana Maiques</a></li> <li><a href="https://loupventures.com/014-aj-keller/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">014 – AJ Keller</a></li> <li><a href="https://loupventures.com/010-matt-angle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">010 – Matt Angle</a></li> </ul> Disclaimer: We actively write about the themes in which we invest: artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, and augmented reality. From time to time, we will write about companies that are in our portfolio. Content on this site including opinions on specific themes in technology, market estimates, and estimates and commentary regarding publicly traded or private companies is not intended for use in making investment decisions. We hold no obligation to update any of our projections. We express no warranties about any estimates or opinions we make.

021 – Cory Inman

Cory Inman is a postdoctoral fellow at Emory University School of Medicine who studies the effect deep brain stimulation has on the emotional experience of humans. He seeks to treat depression in patients and potentially improve their memories through the effects of deep brain stimulation. In this episode, he explains how his team studies deep brain stimulation and navigates the ethics associated with the rising technology. Top Three Takeaways:  The exact areas of brain stimulation determine if the patient experiences a change in emotion. Rat and other animal models lead to inferencing in order to see the results of deep brain stimulation. The ethics of deep brain stimulation and research must always be realized in order to prevent the technology from being abused.  [0:00] Ladan introduces Cory Inman and explains how he studies deep brain stimulation and its effects on the emotional aspect of someone’s personality. He also invites listeners to the  2019 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum in New York. To register, follow the hyperlink or call (415) 546-1259. If you mention the Neural Implant Podcast Channel, you will receive a free ebook written by Jennifer French and published by Neurotech Press. [2:30] Inman explains how he has tried to enhance memory through deep brain stimulations. [3:15] His team studied how stimulating the amygdala could affect depression. [4:30] Patients who are having their brains monitored by implantable electrodes monitoring for seizures are asked if they would like to participate in research on deep brain stimulation and emotion. [6:20] Inman goes into detail about the conversations occurring surrounding the ethics of deep brain stimulation. [8:00] It is explained how Inman’s research institution sees 30-45 patients a year which is much more than other ones focusing on deep brain stimulation. [8:45] The stimulations in the brain are very localized; very specific nuclei in the amygdala can be stimulated. [10:00] Neurologists agree that certain areas of the brain are not normal in epileptic patients; these areas of the brain could be removed if they are redundant in other parts of the brain. [12:00] Out of sixty patients, only about two patients experienced emotional changes with amygdala stimulation. [13:30] The exact areas of brain stimulation determine if the patient experiences a change in emotion. [14:00] Most of the human cognition occurs unconsciously; different areas and amounts of stimulation to the neural circuit could lead to awareness of emotional differences. [15:15] Inman explains that staying aware of the ethics of deep brain stimulation poses the largest challenge to his team. Another challenge involves the lack of knowledge in the area. [17:00] The amperage and frequency can be altered in stimulation; another challenge involves a large number of variables that can be altered with deep brain stimulation. [19:30] Animal models provide more flexibility to modify parameters that can be later applied to humans. [20:15] Stimulation of the amygdala is dose-dependent—increased and stronger stimulation leads to more of a response. [21:00] Rat and other animal models lead to inferencing in order to see the results of deep brain stimulation. [22:00] Implications of this research involves helping people suffering from disabilities and diseases. [23:50] Inman shares how one can easily lose a sense of self when suffering from memory loss. [25:00] Inman hopes to use deep brain stimulation to help people remember the memories that create a sense of self. [26:00] Inman expresses his concern for the use of deep brain stimulation to control the emotions of other people; he says that it is our job to make sure the dark side of this technology never emerges. [27:30] Ladan explains how this technology is very controlled and would be hard to take advantage of. [29:00] With unlimited funding, Inman would gather all of the world experts in various neural technologies to create an augmented reality for patients that would help improve memories. [30:40] Inman wants to test the real-life memories of people outside of controlled experimental settings. [32:00] The NeuroPace RNS is placed in epilepsy patients that get seizures from multiple areas of the brain at one time. [33:15] The device monitors areas of the brain known for causing seizures and stops them via stimulation. [35:30] Inman wants to create a virtual reality that could help test people’s memories and help increase their retention. [37:00] Inman expresses his gratitude for the Neural Implant Podcast Channel because it creates an outlet for developments in neural technologies. [40:00] Ladan describes his interest in how deep brain stimulation could affect people’s emotional states.

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/corysinman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cory Inman</a> is a postdoctoral fellow at <a href="https://med.emory.edu/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Emory University School of Medicine</a> who studies the effect deep brain stimulation has on the emotional experience of humans. He seeks to treat depression in patients and potentially improve their memories through the effects of deep brain stimulation. In this episode, he explains how his team studies deep brain stimulation and navigates the ethics associated with the rising technology. Top Three Takeaways: <ol> <li>The exact areas of brain stimulation determine if the patient experiences a change in emotion.</li> <li>Rat and other animal models lead to inferencing in order to see the results of deep brain stimulation.</li> <li>The ethics of deep brain stimulation and research must always be realized in order to prevent the technology from being abused.</li> </ol> [0:00] Ladan introduces Cory Inman and explains how he studies deep brain stimulation and its effects on the emotional aspect of someone’s personality. He also invites listeners to the <a href="http://www.neurotechreports.com/pages/bioelectronic-medicine-forum.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 2019 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum</a> in New York. To register, follow the hyperlink or call (415) 546-1259. If you mention the <a href="http://neuralimplantpodcast.com/2018/02" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Neural Implant Podcast Channel</a>, you will receive a free ebook written by Jennifer French and published by Neurotech Press. [2:30] Inman explains how he has tried to enhance memory through deep brain stimulations. [3:15] His team studied how stimulating the amygdala could affect depression. [4:30] Patients who are having their brains monitored by implantable electrodes monitoring for seizures are asked if they would like to participate in research on deep brain stimulation and emotion. [6:20] Inman goes into detail about the conversations occurring surrounding the ethics of deep brain stimulation. [8:00] It is explained how Inman’s research institution sees 30-45 patients a year which is much more than other ones focusing on deep brain stimulation. [8:45] The stimulations in the brain are very localized; very specific nuclei in the amygdala can be stimulated. [10:00] Neurologists agree that certain areas of the brain are not normal in epileptic patients; these areas of the brain could be removed if they are redundant in other parts of the brain. [12:00] Out of sixty patients, only about two patients experienced emotional changes with amygdala stimulation. [13:30] The exact areas of brain stimulation determine if the patient experiences a change in emotion. [14:00] Most of the human cognition occurs unconsciously; different areas and amounts of stimulation to the neural circuit could lead to awareness of emotional differences. [15:15] Inman explains that staying aware of the ethics of deep brain stimulation poses the largest challenge to his team. Another challenge involves the lack of knowledge in the area. [17:00] The amperage and frequency can be altered in stimulation; another challenge involves a large number of variables that can be altered with deep brain stimulation. [19:30] Animal models provide more flexibility to modify parameters that can be later applied to humans. [20:15] Stimulation of the amygdala is dose-dependent—increased and stronger stimulation leads to more of a response. [21:00] Rat and other animal models lead to inferencing in order to see the results of deep brain stimulation. [22:00] Implications of this research involves helping people suffering from disabilities and diseases. [23:50] Inman shares how one can easily lose a sense of self when suffering from memory loss. [25:00] Inman hopes to use deep brain stimulation to help people remember the memories that create a sense of self. [26:00] Inman expresses his concern for the use of deep brain stimulation to control the emotions of other people; he says that it is our job to make sure the dark side of this technology never emerges. [27:30] Ladan explains how this technology is very controlled and would be hard to take advantage of. [29:00] With unlimited funding, Inman would gather all of the world experts in various neural technologies to create an augmented reality for patients that would help improve memories. [30:40] Inman wants to test the real-life memories of people outside of controlled experimental settings. [32:00] The <a href="https://www.neuropace.com/the-rns-system/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NeuroPace RNS</a> is placed in epilepsy patients that get seizures from multiple areas of the brain at one time. [33:15] The device monitors areas of the brain known for causing seizures and stops them via stimulation. [35:30] Inman wants to create a virtual reality that could help test people’s memories and help increase their retention. [37:00] Inman expresses his gratitude for the Neural Implant Podcast Channel because it creates an outlet for developments in neural technologies. [40:00] Ladan describes his interest in how deep brain stimulation could affect people’s emotional states.

Cory Inman Explains the Possible Emotional Effects of Deep Brain Stimulation